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Giving Thanks


Am I finally getting around to posting pictures from Thanksgiving?

That alone gives me thanks!

As many of you know, each year we head to Leavenworth for Thanksgiving weekend.  The tradition started years ago when my paternal Grandparents built a cabin in Chumpstick (on the property where my Grandma grew up).  We used to travel over every year to spend the weekend at the cabin: sleeding, playing, eating, and relaxing.  It was perfect.

Years later they sold the property, and our Thanksgiving tradition ceased.  However, a few years ago after my Grandmother passed away, we decided to pick up the tradition again- this time renting a cabin in the area.

So here we are on our third year of this new / revised tradition.  It is something Kevin and I look forward to each holiday season, and a tradition I hope lasts for many years to come.

This year's festivities took place at the Peterson Cabin in Plain, WA.


It was a beautiful cabin with all the ammenties: hot tub, fire pit, beautiful fireplace, and a fully stocked kitchen.  Add to that all the amazing food and wine... what more could a girl ask for?!

We headed up on Wednesday night.  When we got there it was dark, but beautiful.  Here's a picture I took the next morning at sunrise.  Georgeous property!


All in all, it was a very laid back, restful weekend highlighted by a few fun events....


Event #1: It snowed ALL DAY Thanksgiving Day!


The boys spent most of the day hanging out drinking beers by the fire pit.


Abigail's first snow!  She was curious but hesitant...
ice cold snow falling on her face isn't exactly what baby dreams are made of  ;)

Event #2: Robert and Marie joined us this year, which meant two babies to play with!!

Abigail and Oskar had a great time hanging out, and all of us had a great time watching them!


Oskar rubbing Abigail's head to stimulate hair growth  ;)

Abigail trying to steal Oskar's hair by eating it off!

If you look by Oskar's hand, you can see the spray from his sneeze  :)



Event #3: A fried bird, delicious food, and amazing family!

Dad heading out to cook up the bird!
The boys with the bird.
Tell me Kevin doesn't have a slight Kenny resemblance here?!
Marie, Robert, and Oskar
Anthony and Nikki
Gathered around the table

Event #4: Abigail had her first taste of real food at Thanksgiving dinner: sweet potatoes!




Video added for your viewing pleasure  :)




Event #5:  Shopping in Leavenworth on Friday.

Abigail has finally gotten the hang of the Baby Bjorn (yay!), so I toted her around until she got sleepy and fell asleep in Daddy's arms.





And finally, event #5: A walk to the river with a beautiful view!

Abigail with her Auntie Lucy getting ready for the walk
The Wenatchee River behind us





It was such a delightful celebration this year with so many memories and good times.

And of course, having Abigail with us was the best part of all!

Hope each of you had an equally memorable and joyous Thanksgiving celebration.




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Carolyn Lauckner said…
What a beautiful place! And what a sweet little niece I have. She already seems so much bigger!
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
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